Chapter 1037: Startling Change
Chapter 1037: Startling Change
Rumble!
Above Fengxue Mountain, layer upon layer of thunder clouds gathered, radiating a dense Heavenly Might.
With a flash of earthy yellow light, Fang Xi appeared on a mountaintop covered in plum blossoms, gazing at the thunder clouds not far away.
For an Immortal, this tribulation was not fierce, and could even be described as 'weak'.
The only thing to be wary of was this surge of Heavenly Might!
"The Sect Master is currently undergoing her Immortal Ascension Tribulation. Fellow Daoists, please do not approach. If your aura is caught by the Immortal Lightning, it will harm both yourselves and others. . ."
A shadow materialized, guarding a radius of ten thousand li. It was precisely the Shadow Immortal.
At this point, Fang Xi could finally confirm that this Shadow Immortal was truly the one Yu Xuan trusted most in her heart.
Xu Qing approached gracefully, chuckling, "What do you think of the Sect Master's chances of overcoming the tribulation?"
"The power of the lightning tribe is far less than the usual standard, which should be the work (merit) of the Primordial Spirit Pill. Coupled with some treasures and secret arts, achieving Human Immortal status is naturally as good as certain."
Fang Xi spoke truthfully.
Yu Xuan had originally aimed for the Earth Immortal path. Now, having switched to cultivating as a Human Immortal, her journey was naturally unobstructed.
Just as his words fell, the final five-colored Immortal Lightning Tribulation struck with a thunderous roar.
The void trembled, and then an ethereal immortal melody emerged.
Streaks of immortal qi, like long dragons, poured into the deepest part of the tribulation lightning. Faintly, a bright moon shimmered, slowly ascending.
"Immortal qi gathering, assisting in condensing the True Immortal Dharma Body. She has indeed succeeded."
Seeing this scene, Xu Qing let out a long breath: "Previously, the Sect Master was only at the Mahayana realm. That might have been fine in the past, but in this current era of great contention, it was indeed a bit weak. . . Now, at least, she has cultivated to become an Immortal. Even if not an Earth Immortal, it is enough."
The Immortals exchanged glances. Regardless of what little schemes they might have originally harbored in their hearts, at this moment, their faces were all wreathed in smiles.
Not long after, a female cultivator of exquisite immortal grace slowly approached.
She wore a snow-white palace dress, her demeanor noble and magnificent. It was none other than Yu Xuan!
Compared to before her ascension, her face seemed subtly more mature by a few points, carrying an inexplicable sense of majesty.
"Greetings, Sect Master! Congratulations to the Sect Master on achieving immortality!"
The group of Immortals quickly bowed, their attitudes significantly more solemn than before.
The difference before and after achieving immortality was like a chasm between heaven and earth!
If Yu Xuan had not yet achieved immortality, her Mahayana lifespan would only be around a hundred thousand years, a brief passerby in the eyes of Immortals with eternal life.
But after achieving immortality, not only was her lifespan endless, even if she stepped down, she would still be an elder like them. Naturally, she needed to be treated with utmost respect.
"Thank you, Fellow Daoists, for your congratulations. . ."
Yu Xuan's voice was ethereal, like a clear spring in a snow-capped mountain: "These are turbulent times, so there's no need for a grand Immortal Ascension Celebration. In my opinion, a small banquet to celebrate briefly will suffice. . ."
"As you command!"
The Immortals immediately assented.
Yu Xuan felt the surging immortal power within her body, and seeing the Immortals respectfully comply, she felt immensely pleased in her heart.
Such expressions, even when she first took over as Sect Master, while her father was still alive, she had never seen on the faces of this group of Immortals!
'Now that I've become an Immortal, the Myriad-Layered Puppet can unleash its maximum power. . . The power of this puppet has always been hidden. '
'And other trump cards. . . are now sufficient to stabilize the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce. '
Yu Xuan calculated inwardly, feeling that much could be achieved.
Seeing Fang Xi again at this moment, she harbored other considerations in her heart.
Back then, it was out of necessity that she let him come forward to take charge, even intending to appoint him as the Law Enforcement Elder.
But thinking about it now, it was indeed inappropriate.
After all, the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce belonged to the Yu family! How could such great power fall into the hands of an outsider?
'Thankfully, Fellow Daoist Fang displayed noble character and did not accept it earlier. . . '
She glanced at Fang Xi, a brilliant smile blossoming on her face.
...
'How easily old affections change, yet they claim old hearts are fickle. . . '
Such a subtle shift in attitude was not even detected by Xu Qing or the Shadow Immortal.
But for Fang Xi, it was naturally as clear as looking at the lines on his palm.
'Where interests lie, people's hearts will waver. . . '
'Not taking that hot potato earlier was indeed the right choice. . . '
Fang Xi watched this scene, finding it quite interesting.
This mortal world of myriad forms was also an incredibly powerful law. Given time, he might even comprehend something like a 'Heart Demon Law' from it. . .
'It's just a pity, a mere Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce, I simply don't care for it. . . '
'Now, if I accumulate for a bit longer, I'll be able to attest to Dao Monarch status. . . '
'The vision of the Immortals in the North Star Immortal Domain is a bit too short-sighted. . . '
...
The Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce's Sect Master broke through to become an Immortal!
This news naturally spread immediately.
Although it was a precarious time, several nearby Immortal powers still sent people with congratulatory gifts.
Yu Xuan, however, appeared quite composed. She did not hold a so-called Immortal Ascension Celebration, merely ordering a small banquet to invite some friendly Immortals.
Inside the grand hall.
Countless musicians struck chime bells, and numerous female cultivators, clad only in thin gauze, danced gracefully.
At the center was a Mahayana female musician, her hair tied in a spirit snake bun, her waist as lithe as a swaying willow. In her hands, she cradled a white jade pipa, her body swaying with her dance, the notes of the pipa entering the ears, like resentment, like yearning, like weeping, like pleading. . .
"This 'Lady Lin' is indeed remarkable; she plays the pipa beautifully!"
Xu Qing tapped the table with his jade chopsticks, swaying his head, "I heard this woman once studied at the Celestial Maiden Palace, even having a chance to compete for the Sect Master position. Unfortunately, she failed and then left the sect to join our Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce. . . It's rare to hear her play a pipa dance at ordinary banquets. Today, we are truly blessed with a treat for the ears. . ."
"Of course, after all, she is the Sect Master. . ."
Fang Xi chuckled, appearing completely calm and unruffled.
"Old Gate Master Jin of the Blazing Blade Gate has arrived, to congratulate Sect Master Yu, presenting a pair of purple jade bells."
"'Immortal Yunli' of the Black Water Sect has arrived, presenting a Water Cloud Sword. . ."
"Immortal Chunli of the Divine Wood Palace has arrived, presenting a ten-thousand-year violet-green wood. . ."
Before the hall entrance, the usher's voice rang out loudly, calling out names and welcoming Immortals from various great powers.
Suddenly.
His voice changed, seemingly with a hint of trembling: "'Star Xuanzi' of the North Star Immortal Palace has arrived, presenting a congratulatory gift of ten thousand immortal jade. . ."
"Hmm?"
All the Immortals in the hall were startled.
Yu Xuan possessed the demeanor of a great general. Although hearing the news inevitably shook her mind, she quickly recovered, smiling, "I never expected to receive congratulations from the North Star Immortal Palace. . ."
She was quite suspicious in her heart. Even if the North Star Immortal Palace had spies in the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce who could receive intelligence about her breakthrough to immortality, this person had arrived too quickly!
Unless. . . he was already in the vicinity beforehand!
Yu Xuan transformed into a streak of light and flew out, only to see an Immortal in a star-robe slowly approaching. His sword-like brows slanted upwards, and his appearance was quite handsome and refined.
But all those present were Immortals, and many noticed that this person's aura was unstable; he was injured!
Many quick-witted individuals immediately changed their expressions drastically.
"Star Xuanzi greets Sect Master Yu."
Star Xuanzi cupped his hands, appearing quite frank, and explained his background: "I was on official business nearby and was injured by a cultivator from the Ascension Alliance. I could only come to seek refuge with the Sect Master. . . I ask the Sect Master to quickly activate the formation with full power to resist the enemy!"
"You conniving Star Xuanzi, you deliberately brought trouble upon us!"
As these words came out, the expressions of all the Immortals in the hall changed.
Xu Qing, in particular, could not suppress the anger in his heart and roared in a low voice.
'Alas. . . but nominally, the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce did once submit to the North Star Immortal Palace. This is a matter of righteous cause and legitimacy. . . '
Fang Xi saw this scene and sighed inwardly.
'This is an overt plot, forcing the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce to take sides. . . If they side with the Ascension Alliance, they can capture Star Xuanzi on the spot. If they side with the North Star Immortal Palace, they must jointly activate the formation to resist the pursuing forces. . . There is no room for neutrality left. '
At this point, even if they drove Star Xuanzi away, they would not only offend the North Star Immortal Palace but also the Ascension Alliance, essentially offending both sides.
No wonder Xu Qing, Shadow Immortal, and the others were having such a headache.
As for Immortals like Chunli of the Divine Wood Palace, they wished they could slap themselves.
Knowing it was a time of turmoil, why did they come to the banquet?
Although they also understood that the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce could not be blamed for this, as they had tried their best to keep a low profile.
It could only be said that the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce was too large in scale and lacked true top-tier combat power to oversee it. It had long since caught the eye of both the North Star Immortal Palace and the Ascension Alliance. If not this time, there would be a next!
It was truly a case of "sitting at home, disaster comes from the sky."
'How interesting! '
Fang Xi leisurely poured himself a cup of immortal wine, gazing at Yu Xuan at the very front.
Yu Xuan was equally depressed at this moment, even giving rise to the thought, 'If I hadn't broken through to become an Immortal, I wouldn't have to make this difficult choice. . . '
Just then, a loud cry of dragon and phoenix in unison came from afar, causing Star Xuanzi's face to change drastically!
...
Outside Fengxue Mountain.
The void suddenly twisted, revealing two figures.
They were none other than Phoenix Huang, clad in silver-white armor, and Ao An, the middle-aged man with dragon horns!
These two ancestral demons from the Earthly Immortal World were inherently gifted and had ascended very early.
They had persisted in their cultivation even in an environment like the North Star Immortal Palace, accumulating richly before breaking through.
Now, having broken through their shackles in one fell swoop, they had both advanced again, reaching the Dao Monarch Second Step, Jade Platform Realm!
When the two combined forces, their power of laws complementing each other, coupled with the space-time secret art imparted by the Azure Cloud Dao Monarch, they dared to contend even with experts at the Dao Amalgamation Third Step, Sitting-Forgetfulness Realm.
Even if they encountered a Dao Amalgamation Fourth Step, a Dao Child who severed the Dao, they still held hope of escaping with their lives.
In the North Star Immortal Domain, as long as two Dao Monarchs did not make a move, they were virtually invincible.
"Is this really necessary?"
At this moment, Phoenix Huang frowned: "The two of us together, dealing with a mere True Immortal Perfected Star Xuanzi, could have completely killed him long ago. He wouldn't have fled this far. . ."
"Fellow Daoist Phoenix, do not be angry. . ."
Ao An chuckled, "Killing Star Xuanzi would only fulfill the most basic mission requirement. . . I also saw that this place happened to be near Fengxue Mountain, and heard the news of the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce's Sect Master breaking through to immortality, so I had a sudden whim and laid this scheme. . . If we can force the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce to fully join our alliance, it would be a great merit!"
"Aren't you afraid of a cornered dog leaping over a wall, Fellow Daoist Ao?"
A trace of worry flashed in Phoenix Huang's eyes: "We ascended Immortals are, in the end, not trusted by the local forces. . . and the Fengyuan Chamber of Commerce has been submitting to the North Star Immortal Palace for countless tens of thousands of years. . ."
"If that's the case, at worst, the two of us will join forces to unleash that secret art and sweep Fengxue Mountain clean. . ."
A trace of lawless and murderous aura emerged from Ao An's body: "If we don't slay enough Immortals to dye the earth with blood, how can outsiders know that this Immortal Domain has already been renamed 'Azure Cloud Immortal Domain'?"
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